National Archives and US Capitol: Historic Tour

Immerse yourself in the history of the US on a guided tour of the National Archives and US Capitol. Explore iconic buildings and view important documents with a knowledgeable guide.

Duration: 3 hours, 45 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • The National Archives Museum - Begin your tour by stepping into the past at the National Archives. With pre-reserved tickets for the first entrance of the day, your expert guide will lead you straight in to see some of the most influential documents in history. At the Rotunda, lay your eyes on the Declaration of Independence and the Bill of Rights…
What's Included
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden
  • Pre-reserved National Archives entry ticket
  • Pre-reserved US Capitol entry ticket
What's Not Included
  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Experience the intriguing history of America’s foundation on this tour of two significant landmarks in Washington, the National Archives and the US Capitol. Don’t fret over ticket availability or scheduling issues; we’ve already booked your entry to both sights. Enjoy the company of a knowledgeable guide who can breathe life into the prominent…

Location
701 Constitution Ave. NW
Constitution Avenue Northwest
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at 701 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20408- Outside the Front Steps of the National Archives.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Valerie_t
Sep 15, 2025
Great tour - It was great-very knowledgeable guide, kept us going at a good pace. Got us time all to ourselves at the Constitution and Declaration. All around good stuff!
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Andy_c
Sep 13, 2025
It was a great tour. Ryan... - It was a great tour. Ryan was our guide and he was very knowledgeable and interesting. A Capitol Tour guide takes over for your guide at the Capitol. We wish we could’ve kept Ryan!!
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Pete_s
Sep 2, 2025
Great experience, highly... - Great experience, highly recommend! Ayana was an awesome tour guide. She was so knowledgeable about the history of each place. I went solo and had a great experience.
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Michelle_s
Aug 1, 2025
Amazing guide!! - Amanda is the absolute best! This was the perfect way to see the National Archives and learn their great history. The walk to the Capitol Building was nice and the tour there was quick but informative. I would recommend booking tickets for the Library of Congress for the afternoon. Will definitely be booking more with Amanda when we return next.
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Bettinafields
Jun 30, 2025
Amazing tour! - This tour is definitely worth the money! You get to skip the lines and get your own personal tour. Our guide was Jim and he was amazing, friendly, and very accommodating. He took us right where we wanted to go and stood in the heat with us to get our tickets for the capital and directed us. Amazing tour!
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Casstef
May 30, 2025
Great skip the line tour - Great skip the line tour - we avoided the crowds ( and we found out it was the busiest day of the year!) and our guide was personable knowledgeable !
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Stephen_m
May 15, 2025
Ryan is very... - Ryan is very knowledgeable and personable. Easily navigated the inevitable detours and delays inherent with DC. Well worth the money.
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42jennaferk
Apr 18, 2025
Fun - informative - great guides! - Jana was great! Very informative and really great entertaining my 8 year old! She kept us on time and explained everything. Even set up accommodations for my parents who had issues with stairs and walking a lot.
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Nick_r
Apr 12, 2025
Great tour. Worth the price to skip the line. - Jesse was a great guide. He was great with the kids too. He made sure they were involved the whole time. Our tour was at 10am, and the money was worth it for us to be first in line.
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Angeliquesb1043od
Oct 5, 2025
Never Again - I arrived at the meeting place early, I didn’t see any tour representatives. As more people arrived and started to line up at the door for ticketed entry. I lined up, redeemed my ticket & received a message my ticket would be emailed to me. I NEVER received the email. I was still able to enter the National Archives. I went to the information booth to ask where I’d meet my tour and was told since I purchased through a third party vendor I’d have to contact them. I called no one answered, I sent a message and didn’t receive a response. I proceeded to take the tour on my own and when I reached out to Trip Advisor to share my experience & request a refund, I was denied. Needless to say this was my first and last experience with Trip Advisor. It’s $59.00 I won’t get back but lesson learned! Although I HIGHLY recommend visiting the National Archives, it was an AMAZING experience.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).